Rachel Silverstein

Sex and Relationship Therapist

My work focuses on sexuality, intimacy, connection, and what it means to be in relationship—with ourselves and with others. I aim to offer clients a supportive, non-judgmental space to explore areas of discomfort or disconnect, and to gently uncover the patterns and dynamics that may no longer serve them. Together, we work toward nourishing a deeper, more fulfilling connection with your self, your sexuality, and the people you are in relationship with.

My approach is person-centered and collaborative, meaning we move at your pace, with curiosity and compassion guiding the process. 

Individual Therapy

Our sense of our sexual and relational self is shaped by the messages we receive from family, culture, and society. These influences – and the sexual scripts that we inherit – shape our desires, expectations, and experiences in ways we may not fully recognize. In individual therapy, we work together to sift through these messages, keeping what aligns with your authentic self and challenging what no longer serves you. 

Using a biopsychosocial lens, we explore how physical health, psychological experiences, and sociocultural factors intersect in your intimate life. This includes unpacking the roles of gender, culture, religion, family beliefs, and personal experiences in shaping your sexuality and relationships.

This process can help address sexual difficulties, deepen self-understanding, and support you in cultivating a more fulfilling relationship with intimacy and pleasure. Whether you are exploring a queer identity, navigating a breakup, opening up a relationship, struggling to feel aroused during sex, or dipping your toe into the world of kink, therapy offers a space for self-exploration, affirmation, and growth.

Couples Therapy

How do you stay true to yourself in the presence of someone you love? How do you find your voice in a relationship and express your needs with confidence and clarity? 

Relationships are not static—they evolve as each person grows and develops over a lifetime. Through the lens of attachment theory and the Developmental Model of Couples Therapy, I help partners to build the skills they need in order to navigate the natural stages of relationship growth, strengthening connection while also fostering their own ability to maintain a strong sense of self. 

Every relationship is unique, each with their own set of strengths and challenges. Therapy can help couples to work through difficulties related to emotional intimacy, sexual connection, communication, or navigating non-monogamy. Whether you are looking to strengthen your bond, move through conflict, manage differences in sexual desire, or redefine relationship structures, I am to offer a space for growth where both partners feel seen, heard, and supported.

Pricing

Individuals

• For a 60min session: 80€

Couples

• For a 60min session: 100€

• For a 90min session: 120€

I offer a first free online consultation to get to know each other.

Feel free to email me at rchl.silverstein@gmail.com with any questions or to book a first session. In your email, please tell me a little bit about yourself and why you are seeking therapy. I look forward to welcoming you to my practice.

For more information check my website: https://www.rachel-silverstein.com/

About me

Throughout my life, I have had a deep curiosity for people and why they do the things they do, and connecting with others has always been my primary source of fulfillment and joy. I began my path as a therapist with a BA in Psychology, where I learned about individual human behavior and the ways in which we shape/are shaped by the cultures around us. After some time spent working in the corporate world and through personal transformative experiences in therapy that allowed me to understand and grow into my own queerness, I felt called to support others in doing the same: embracing their unique sexuality and learning how to show up authentically in relationships. 

I have lived and studied in the US, the UK, and Germany and am fascinated by the influence of culture on identity. I am looking forward to welcoming people with a diverse range of cultural, racial, religious, gender, and sexual identities into my practice, and I strive to create a space where all parts of you are honored.

Qualifications

• 2025: Developmental Model of Couples Therapy training, Couples Institute

• 2023 - 2025: PGDip, London Diploma in Psychosexual and Relationship Therapy

• 2022: PGCert, London Foundation Certificate In Counselling & Psychotherapy

• 2015 - 2019: BA Psychology, Northwestern University